NEET2006Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)Actual
Which of the following is the most basic oxide?
Options
- ASeO ₂
- BAl ₂ O ₃
- CSb ₂ O ₃
- DBi ₂ O ₃
Correct answer
D. Bi ₂ O ₃
Step-by-step solution
Bi ₂ O ₃ is the most basic oxide because of higher reactivity with acid. Bi ₂ O ₃+6 HCl 2 BiCl ₃+3 H ₂ O Al ₂ O ₃ and Sb ₂ O ₃ are amphoteric and SeO ₂ is acidic.